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    Die interne organisasie en beheer van universiteitsbiblioteke in Suid-Afrika
    (University of the Free State, 1968) Duminy, Wessel Wilhelm; Coetzee, P. C.
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    Die universiteitsbiblioteek; 'n ondersoek na sy rol en status in die universitêre opset
    (University of the Free State, 1975) Jacobs, Johannes Alwyn; Overduin, P. G. J.
    Abstract not available
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    An annotated guide to the pre-Union government publications of the Orange Free State, 1854-1910
    (University of the Free State, 1975) Eales, Marjory; Overduin, P. G. J.; Musiker, R.
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    'n Ondersoek na die katalogusgebruik in die Hoofbiblioteek van die Universiteit van die Oranje-Vrystaat
    (University of the Free State, 1981-01) Hills, Johanna Jacoba; Fokker, D. W.
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    Ontwikkeling van 'n omvattende beplanningstelsel vir 'n Suid-Afrikaanse universiteitsbiblioteek
    (University of the Free State, 1984-01) De Bruin, Hendrik; Overduin, P. G. J.; Boshoff, A. B.
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    'n Ondersoek na evalueringsmetodes vir die versameling van 'n medium-groot universiteitsbiblioteek met spesiale verwysing na die Frik Scott Mediese Takbiblioteek
    (University of the Free State, 1985-01) Hills, Johanna Jacoba; Fokker, D. W.
    English: Research was carried out into scientifically reliable and timesaving methods to evaluate the collection of a medium-sized university library with limited financial resources. The evaluation should be executable by subject librarians who do not necessarily have a knowledge of all the subjects under their control. The study was conducted at the Frik Scott Library, a medical branch library of the University of the Orange Free State. During a comprehensive literature search, thirteen evaluation methods were identified. These methods were, as far as possible, tested in the Frik Scott Library. As certain questions arose, a study tour of the United States of America was undertaken to seek solutions at university libraries in that country and to compare techniques. Afterwards the methods employed at the Frik Scott Library were once again critically assessed. Where necessary, adaptations were made accordingly. Only one premise could not be carried out, namely that the evaluation must be scientifically reliable. However, if the recommendations are followed by using several methods, one should come as close as possible to this ideal.
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    Die behoefte van professionele personeel in die biblioteek- en inligtingwese aan rekenaarmatige opleiding
    (University of the Free State, 1987-09) Fourie, Ina; Fokker, D. W.;
    English: The aim of this study is to determine whether there is a need for computer training of professional personnel in the South African library and information sciences. The target group also included persons involved in formal training and research. The extent to which libraries and information services have already made use of computer technology and the increased availability of information constituted the reasons for the study. An overall view of the current use of computers in libraries and information services was obtained. The job performance of professional personnel was subsequently analysed, particularly with regard to the tasks for which computer technology can be used, in order to determine the computer knowledge and skills that are required for the effective performance of these tasks. A knowledge of reading and writing was found to be the minimum requirement in this regard. Relevant literature on the subject was also studied with a view to determining the extent to which the Departments for Library and Information Sciences at overseas universities make provision for training in the use of the computer. Special attention was given to the objectives of such training and the method of presentation. It appeared that students of Library and Information Sciences, particularly in the United States of America and in Australia, received considerable computer training. Other countries that can be mentioned in this regard are Britain, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Hungary and Japan. Computer training for students of Library and Information Sciences at South African universities was also investigated on the basis of the information contained in the yearbooks of the respective universities. It was found that although most universities in some way or other give some attention to this matter, a wide variety of methods are being used. A number of universities gave no indication in their yearbooks of the inclusion of computer training in these courses. The need for computer training as experienced in practice was determined with the aid of an empirical investigation. Only the professional members of the Northern Transvaal branch of SAILIS were approached in order to identify a general trend. Questionnaires were sent out to them of which 233 ( 51, 13 '\.) were eventually used. The sample response revealed that 78,76 '\. of the respondents regarded computer training as essential for their present job performance and 92, 04 '\. stated that computer training was essential for persons entering the profession for the first time. Various means were identified for offering computer training with special reference to the method of training, the required background knowledge and the problems that may be experienced. A general discussion of the content of courses or themes for computer training also took place. The study revealed that the professional personnel of the South African Library and Information Sciences admitted that there was a great need for computer training. Proposals were made for satisfying this need.
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    The construction of an hierarchical controlled-language vocabulary for use as an indexing tool in the linguistics and literature subject fields
    (University of the Free State, 1988-01) Ovens, Cora Sygun Heidrun; Fokker, D. W.
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    The history of the Kimberley public library 1870 - 1902
    (University of the Free State, 1990-09) Van Niekerk, Febe; Fokker, D. W.; Marais, A. H.
    Afrikaans: Die doel van hierdie verhandeling is om die ontstaan en ontwikkeling van die Kimberley Openbare Biblioteek na te gaan en vas te stel in hoe 'n mate politieke, ekonomiese en sosiale toestande die biblioteek geraak het, en om die persone wat 'n leidende rol gespeel het te identifiseer. Met die ontdekking van diamante in 1871, was daar 'n groot toestroming van fortuinsoekers na New Rush, die delwersdorp in Noordkaapland. 'n Behoefte aan onstpannings- en kulturele geriewe het ontstaan en in 1873 het 'n biblioteek tot stand gekom; dit het egter misluk as gevolg van onvoldoende finansiele ondersteuning. In 1880 was daar 'n ekonomiese oplewing in die aandelemark van Kimberley. 'n Biblioteek-maatskappy is deur biblioteekkampvegters gestig en fondse is deur middel van aandele ingesamel. 'n Biblioteek is opgerig, maar voor dit betrek kon word, moes die maatskappy gelikwideer word. Die Dorpsraad van die pasgeproklameerde dorp, Kimberley, het ingetree en die biblioteek gekoop vir gebruik as 'n stadsaal. Twee vertrekke is vir biblioteekdoeleindes ingeruim. Die lokaal was egter ondoeltreffend en die Biblioteekkomitee het, onder leiding van die Voorsitter, Regter P M Laurence, 'n fondsinsamelingsveldtog van stapel gestuur. Grond is in Dutoitspanweg aangekoop en 'n biblioteekgebou is opgerig wat op 25 Julie 1887 in gebruik geneem is. Kort hierna is daar ook op die buurdorp, Beaconsfield, 'n biblioteek tot stand gebring deur die bemiddeling van mnr J B Currey, die bestuurder van die London and South African Exploration Company, met die doel orri konstruktiewe tydverdryf aan jongrnense te verskaf. Die biblioteek, wat later 'n tak van die Kimberley Openbare Biblioteek sou word, het 'n sukkelbestaan gevoer weens ongunstige ekonomiese toestande. Die verhandeling bevestig die hipotese dat stabiliteit 'n voorvereiste is vir die totstandkoming van 'n biblioteek in 'n spesifieke gemeenskap en dat die sukses van so 'n onderneming grotendeels afhang van finansiering van plaaslike- of regeringsowerhede.
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    Literatuurbewaring en biblioteekaktiwiteite in die Ou Nabye Ooste
    (University of the Free State, 1997-01) Du Toit, Jaqueline Susann; Nel, P. J.; Pansegrouw, J. G.
    English: Ancient Near Eastern libraries and archives are social institutions, therefore needsoriented The description of Ancient Near Eastern literature preservation and library activities is dependent on the community in transition from an oral to a literate culture. Within this frame of reference the emergence of writing as a parallel medium of communication to speech, creates a beneficial environment for the gradual emergence of textual collections as a physical substitute for the so-called oral repository. No integral commonality in the origins and development of individual Ancient Near Eastern collections has been isolated thus far. The 30th Rencontre As.\yriologique Internationale concentrated on specific collections rather than on striving for a comparative study. Information Scientists and Ancient Near Eastern scholars experience difficulties in typifying ancient collections as either libraries and/or archives The viability of the present research lies in the establishment of the cultural-historical setting for the ancient archive or library. Hereby illustrating the textual organisational activities of the community. This does not include a chronological study of the collections, as there seems to be no indication of an evolutionary development of organisational practices The founder- and user community dictated the nature and progress of the collection Three collection types are identified as possible manifestations of the proto-collection, archives, libraries and genizahs. The genizah is distinguished, as no internal organisation and retrieval practices can be perceived Cognisance is taken of the problems involved in discussing the distinctive features of each, as the proto-collection is still in transition and therefore may change it's features The collections found at Ebia, Mari, Kuyunjik and Sippar are used to illustrate literature preservation and library activities Three additional "collections", seals and bullae from a post-exilic Judaic archive, Qumran and Babatha's "family-archive", are used to indicate specific problems in the description of collections. A study of this nature points to the necessity of interdisciplinary co-operation between Ancient Near Eastern Studies and Information Science in the handling of any future discoveries, as well as the implementation of the "archival method" in the organisation and retrieval of ancient collections in modern-day museums.
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    Curbside book pick-up services during a time of crisis in South African University Libraries
    (University Libraries of the University of Nebraska--Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA, 2021) Mashiyane, Dina; Molepo, Mahlaga
    Purpose: This paper sought to determine the implementation of curbside pick-up services within South African University libraries during the Covid-19 pandemic. Design/methodology/approach: The study employed a quantitative approach where informetrics has been used as the primary data collection method to analyse the implementation of curbside/book pick-up services on the web pages of 26 South African University Libraries. Findings: This study indicates that only a few South African university libraries have implemented curbside pick-up services. The study further reveals that those libraries that have implemented this type of service have utilised various methods to facilitate book requests. Practical implications: This study recommends the development of contingency plans for libraries to stay abreast of changes in their environments. The implementation of enhanced and innovative lending services for printed materials. Social implications The paper sheds light on a strategic method for enhancing lending services in academic libraries. It can also be used as a benchmarking tool for those libraries planning on implementing this type of service. The usage of curbside pick-up services can be essential during times of crisis in enhancing lending endeavors and meeting the needs of the users. Originality/value: This study adds value to the innovative lending services in libraries, especially during times of crisis. As there is no evidence of previously conducted studies on this phenomenon, this paper can be used to initiate further research on curbside book pick-up services in libraries.
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    Libraries breaking barriers through TikTok: enhancing access and visibility
    (Library Hi Tech News, 2022-03-14) Mashiyane, Dina Mokgadi
    Purpose: The purpose of this study is to ascertain the usage of TikTok by libraries in enhancing access and visibility of services, facilities and resources. Design/methodology/approach: This is a review paper of literature related to the usage of TikTok in libraries. Findings: The literature revealed that TikTok is being used mostly for library marketing and advocacy. Though there is scant literature on TikTok for information literacy, this platform is being used for teaching and learning purposes. Originality/value: This is a welcome contribution to the utilization of TikTok for enhancing library services and reaching out to users beyond the library walls.
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    Towards a conceptual framework for communicating library training to students in South African university libraries: a literature review
    (Elsevier, 2023) Molepo, Mahlaga J.; Blose, Sihle
    Developing conceptual frameworks to improve library training among librarians in South African university libraries is not common. The purpose of this article was to assess, synthesise and critique available literature to determine the extent to which librarians in South African university libraries could reflect on their library training and synthesise relevant theories and models that can assist develop a conceptual framework for communicating library training. The integrated literature review focuses on five central themes namely: communication models, the evolution of technology, learning theories, social learning and web based learning environments, and the role of authority in teacher-learner relationships. The article argues that academic librarians operate within the universe of teacher-learner relationships in library training initiatives, albeit unconsciously so. This makes library training in South African university libraries a mature topic needing reconceptualization. Future research should employ single and multiple case study research designs to formulate frameworks on a case-by-case basis.
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    Framework for communicating library training at a South African university
    (Sage, 2023) Molepo, Mahlaga J.; Blose, Sihle
    This article combines social constructivist and transformative paradigms to propose a framework for communicating library training to first-year students. Although performance indicators for literacy are universal, there are explicit attempts to move away from a universal approach to information literacy, as exemplified in the Association of College and Research Libraries Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education. This article addresses the fragmentation of teaching and learning practices in a single case study of University of the Free State libraries. Data were collected using two methods: an integrated literature review; and document analysis. Literature and documentary evidence were found to justify a call for developing an underpinning theory for planning purposes. Furthermore, it was found that synthesized concepts from models, ideas and frameworks can inform new pedagogical approaches. This article proposes the Authority Pedagogy Socialization framework for communicating library training to first-year students and concludes with several recommendations.